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Saturday, September 06, 2008

Just Randomness

♥ Having a baby is a walk in the park compared to getting your tubes tied!
♥ Engorgement is truly NO FUN!
♥ Just as one thing starts to "heal" or feel a bit better, something else hurts.
♥ I had SOOOOOOO forgotten how little sleep you get when you're taking care of a newborn.
♥ Emily has a bad diaper rash, which I'm sure is due to the fact that she poops in EVERY single diaper. I'm thinking that we'll end up having to change her formula. *sigh*
♥ Big brothers love their baby sisters and want to touch and kiss them every single time they walk by making mommy VERY nervous.
♥ I hate having to depend on others to do things for me, but I am so glad that I have them.
♥ I have the bestest mother in law and sister in the world. They have both taken such great care of me! I will have to think of something awesome to do for them to repay their kindness.
♥ My sister made us two big dishes, chicken spaghetti and lasagna so I didn't have to worry about dinner for a couple of nights!!!
♥ My mother in law has been here every single day to do laundry, help with the kids, and anything else I need. Isn't she great?
♥ I wouldn't trade being a mom for anything in the world. I hope I don't ever let my kiddos down. They mean the world to me.

Thursday, September 04, 2008

Wordless Wednesday - My New Love

My 78th

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Tuesday, September 02, 2008

Happy Birthday, Baby!

We are dressed and ready to head to the hospital. Hubby and I are to be there at 5:30AM to prepare for the induction of our third child this morning. I must admit that even though I have been through this twice before I am still very nervous. Although there are lots of complications that can come from child birth I am trying to focus on the miracle that is about to occur! We will be bringing home a new family member in a couple of days. I am excited for the changes that lie ahead. I am anxious for this baby girl to meet her new family, for Tyler and Shelby to be able to give their baby sister hugs and kisses.

Hopefully we will have pictures to post very soon. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers!

Thank you all so much for your love and support throughout this journey and I can't wait to see you on the other side.

♥

Sunday, August 31, 2008

A Peaceful Day

I'm sure that this will be the last peaceful day I see for a while. Hubby is gone with the kiddos. My sister is building a new house and they are working on the plumbing. The kids are playing in the dirt and having a grand 'ole time, I'm sure. I have gotten the floors cleaned, the kid's bedrooms straightened and all of the laundry caught up. So much for peaceful hmmm? I am a bit nervous about the arrival of the new baby. Thoughts are running through my head about anything and everything under the sun. Will I be able to handle all of the pressures of being a full time mommy to this new little one while helping my husband run his business. I won't just be ordering company logo shirts but I will be in charge of his finances, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, helping him bid jobs, etc. There is no room for error in this job. I just hope I can not only live up to his expectations as his wife and mother of his children, but also as his office manager! Keep your fingers crossed for me, please!

Friday, August 29, 2008

Phones are Ringin'

I tell you what, people my nerves are shot. When I say this I am not saying it lightheartedly. I mean, that I am at my wits end with my family, this pregnancy, and just people in general. This morning after I dropped the kids off I had decided that I was going to come back home and take a day off. I did a few minor things around the house upon retiring to my King Sized bed. I cranked up the fan in the bedroom to create some room noise and just as my eyes shut and I felt the comfort of that nice, comfy bed the house phone rang. I did not get up to answer it thinking that when I woke up I'd return the call if it was important.

Unfortunately I had taken my cell phone with me to the bedroom because I thought if my husband needed me for something he could get in touch with me. What I didn't anticipate, however was certain members of our family panicking when they were unable to reach me (and hubby) on our cell phones. Apparently they thought that we had gone to the hospital and neglected to call them. Ummm...NOPE!!!

Brien was very busy trying to finish up what he needed to get done so that he could take off a few days next week upon the arrival of his newborn child. I was trying to enjoy one last day of peace and quiet before the 2 AM feedings begin! *sigh*

That phone call was only the beginning. The house phone and my cell phone rang alternately through out the remainder of my attempt at a nap. I was very frustrated but it was clearly my fault for not unplugging the house phone and turning off my cell. I will learn to do this when the baby gets here and I am trying to catch cat naps when she sleeps. BUT, for today the nap was down the tubes. Thanks to all of the family who called to check in, but really it was NOT necessary.

Yes, I am still pregnant. No, I have not had any signs of labor. I promise that I will call you if anything changes! Until then, let me rest...PLEASE! *sigh*
I can't wait 'till I can get some nerve pills after this baby is born. I think I'm really gonna need some strong ones...seriously!!!

Thursday, August 28, 2008

The End Is Near

I had another OBGYN appointment today and I know you all have been checking in today to find out the results.

Unfortunately there are no changes with me or the little one. He said she has dropped a bit, but my cervix and uterus remained unchanged. This is NOT what a pregnant woman wants to hear on the date she is "due".

The doctor then said the sweetest words I've heard in about nine months...*wink* He asked if we wanted to give her a deadline. I cheerfully agreed! An end in sigh, oh what a feeling!!! If the wonderful little bundle of joy does not arrive before then, we are to be at the hospital on Tuesday, September 2 at 5:30AM. I am still hoping that she comes before then but if not we do know that there will be a new baby in our family on our around the second!!!

Stay tuned for details. I have a very important blogger on standby to post the all important first photo since I don't think People or USA Today will be paying me millions for it.

Thursday Thirteen - Randomness

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Randomness of the Week
(because I'm just too lazy to be creative)

1. Today is the projected "due date" of our third child. Will she be among the small percentage of babies that are actually born on their due date? What is your prediction?

2. Earlier this week, Brien shaved ALL of his facial hair from his face. It was the strangest thing to see my husband with no facial hair. I've not seen his top lip since we first began to date (we were 16). I hated it at first, but it is growing on me.

3. Hubby is also the proud owner of a new blackberry phone. He likes it so far and I must admit that I'm a bit jealous.

4. We have three birthdays in the first week of September, I sure hope this baby girl doesn't come along on one of them, unless Grandma, Auntie, or Cousin wouldn't mind one heck of a gift and sharing.

5. I am excited about watching Big Brother tonight. The feeds have been awesome this week (I don't subscribe, just read GREAT updates over at Big Brother 10 Insider).

6. This is my first week away from my old job. I've been at my husband's office every day this week working. I keep saying that I'll take a break tomorrow, but so far tomorrow has yet to come.

7. When your kids are gone for a couple of days with their Grandparents it takes a lot longer than a couple of days to get them back into their routine.

8. Why in the heck is it so HOT at the McDonald's play land?! Seriously, we were there tonight and I was miserable. I was only sitting there watching my kids play in the tunnels above my head. Heat rises, people. They came over to get drinks and they were wringing with sweat! We didn't stay long. It was like playing Orlando golf or something. Golfing and Heat = McDonald's with screaming kids, stinky feet, and cold french fries!

9. Last night there was a lizard in my house!!! I freaked out and tried to "catch" it with a cup. When I placed the cup over the little guy (who was blue by the way) I only got half of him. His tail fell off. Shelby and I were home alone. I yelled to her to get another cup. She freaked out and kept asking why the tail was moving when it was no longer attached to the lizard. Finally she brought me another cup. I put the two together once again squishing the little guy...sorry but better a dead lizard than a loose lizard in my house!

10. I had a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and now I have indigestion. Oh, the joys of pregnancy!

11. My pedicure is in need of some touching up...trouble is that I can't "touch" my feet.

12. I'm looking forward to the three day weekend. We have no plans, but I'm looking forward to that extra "day off".

13. I took this picture on hubby's new phone tonight and I sent it to my phone b/c I thought it was too cute. It's the background screen on my phone now.

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Just the facts

Did you know?

Due dates are more of a guideline than a specific target.
Only one in 20 babies is born on his or her due date.

My oldest is one in 20. She was born on her due date! Maybe this one will follow suit.

Friday, August 22, 2008

The End

Today was my last day at my current job. It was bittersweet to say the least. My sister has taken over my former position and I have no doubts that she is the perfect replacement and she will do very well. I'm super excited for her and hope that this position opens many doors for her.

The good thing about her taking over is that she went shopping with the boss yesterday and today not only did he buy us all lunch (my favorite, Mexican) but I was also presented with a basket full of goodies for the baby which contained a $100 Wal-Mart shopping card as well as a very sweet card signed by my friends, co-workers, customers, and even hubby (he's a customer) and he wrote the sweetest message inside that got me a bit teary eyed. *sniff*

I will still have my "mommy" duties of getting Shelby and Tyler to and from school and pre-school so I'll still have to get up and at 'em every morning but to know that I won't have the pressures of the job that I was in will be nice for sure. I will help Brien out at his office after the baby is born and we have some recovery time. Next week I am going to try to take it easy and have some "me" time in preparation for this new little addition. Daddy and Memaw (my mother in law) will have to assume the chauffeur role for a bit while I'm out of commission with the new baby.

For now, we're just playing the waiting game. With little to no patience, this mommy does NOT like to play this game. Hopefully it'll all be over very soon. Stay tuned...

Conversations with Tyler

In the living room, my shirt is raised revealing my protruding belly. Tyler is very intrigued by my changed belly button.

Tyler: Mommy, it's time for baby sister to come out of your belly. I'm going to go get a screw driver and get her out.

Me: A screwdriver huh? Why do you need a screw driver?

Tyler: Because I am going to unscrew your belly button, take baby sister out of there and then screw it back on.

Me: Well, that would be nice, do you really think that would work?

Tyler: Yep, and your back will quick hurting when she's out.

...if only!

Thursday, August 21, 2008

Doctors, Hiccups, and the Remote Control

I went to the doctor today. I did get one piece of good news. I've lost 4 lbs since my last visit. He asked what was going on and I told him that I didn't know why and I assured him that I was still eating well. For instance, last night right before bed I couldn't decide on cookies and milk or pudding and milk so I had all three. Today after the visit I also had some of Sonic's new fried ice cream. It wasn't bad but not nearly as good as I had craved it to be either. I'm sure by the time I made it to the bottom I found that extra four pounds, don't ya think?! Maybe I should get some deep fried pickles tomorrow just to be sure.

I have not made any more progress toward delivery. I am still the same as I was last week when I visited so we're scheduled for another office visit next Thursday which just so happens to be her "due date". My doctor informed me today that I should remember that her due date is not a deadline just a projected time frame that is subject to change. *LOL* Thanks, Doc but remember this is #3 for me so my hopes are NOT up, but if the weather gets back up in the 100+ temps next week we'll be talking about inducing this little "projected time frame". :)

Tonight as I was blog hopping the baby girl got the hiccups and I tried to get good video of it by putting the remote control on my belly. I thought I would post it here and let you see for yourself that fetuses really do get them. It is the strangest feeling when she has them and obviously it makes her very uncomfortable as well. Take a look: (there is some sound, hubby was watching television)

I had a hard time getting a good angle on the remote from my view so Brien grabbed the camera and began to film. By this time her hiccups had subsided and now she was angry that this strange object had invaded her space. She kicked the remote control off my belly right before he began to film. Take a watch at what happens next:

Thursday Thirteen - Packed and Ready

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Thirteen Things Packed For The Hospital

1. Baby Blankets
2. Nightgown (I had to buy one because I don't wear them)
3. Housecoat
4. Itty Bitty Teeny Tiny little socks that look like shoes
5. Camera/Video Camera
6. Diaper Bag
7. Diapers
8. Shampoo/Conditioner/Soap
9. Car Seat
10. Bibs/Burp Cloths
11. Comfy new fluffy socks & house shoes
12. Baby Name Book (she's still unnamed!!!)
13. Boppy Pillow

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Progress...PLEASE!!

I just wanted to post a quick update to let you all know that I am still pregnant! I am counting down the minutes now 'till this baby girl arrives. (8 days 'till her projected due date) There is little to no sleep for me as I cannot get comfortable laying down due to indigestion and horrible back pains and I can't sit up because my legs ache. I visit the doctor tomorrow and hopefully we'll find that we have some more progression. Last week I was dilated to a 2 but my cervix was still in tact. Keep your fingers crossed that tomorrow we'll find out that the cramps that I've been having at night have caused a bit more progression toward labor and maybe she'll arrive soon!

Sunday, August 17, 2008

I'm Ready When You Are!

We're working hard in the Black household preparing for the new baby sister. The garage is being turned into an extra bedroom. Tyler and Shelby are helping Daddy and Papaw frame up the old garage into a new bedroom. It's an exciting time for all of us.

Yesterday, my sister came over and she put together the many new items we had sitting in boxes. The baby girl is now ready for her new swing, bouncy seat, Bob stroller , car seat, bassinet, playpen, and other various items that her Auntie Lou Lou opened up and got ready for her.

I am so ready for this baby girl to go from my belly to my arms. I don't know if I'll ever put her in this

because I am so ready to cradle her in my arms that I know I will have a hard time putting her down. For now I need to get back to reality. I need to finish the housework, fold the laundry, get the grocery list completed so I can go buy them and get back. We have a birthday party at 5 and then back home to prepare Shelby for her first day of school tomorrow!

Thursday, August 14, 2008

Thursday Thirteen - Randomness of my week

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Thirteen Random Things About My Week
1. Shelby will start Kindergarten Monday. I am handling this pretty well, right now.
2. We met her teacher on Tuesday. We also took all of her school supplies to her classroom I didn't shed a tear.
3. One of her great friends from pre-school is in her class. This was a great relief!
4. The weather here has been awesome since last Thursday. We've had some rain in the mix, but temps in the 80s and 90s is a dream come true for thie overworked, VERY pregnant momma!
5. This is my second week training my replacement at work. She's doing very well AND I'm not just sayin' that because she just so happens to be my sister either.
6. Next week is my last week with my current employer.
7. The week after that, our third child is due.
8. Yesterday I went to the doctor and he informed me that I am dilated to a 2.
9. The doctor also told me that he's delivered 5 babies this week...something about the barometric pressure dropping as well as a full moon.
10. I informed him that we we not delivering this one before I got to see other baby girl off to Kindergarten.
11. Please keep your fingers crossed for me that sending Shelby to Kindergarten does not put me into labor.
12. They told us that they want us to drop off our children at the curb and then leave them.
13. Ummm...I don't think so. I am going to the classroom with her, and I WILL have my camera in hand. I will send a note to the teacher that I am a blogging mommy and these things must be documented!

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

It's Been A While

It has most definitely been a while since I've woke up to drool. I'm talkin' about the good ole wet, slobbery face that you get after a good, solid sleep!

This morning, I woke up to just that. Normally I would be grossed out by this fact, but today I was overjoyed because it meant that my achy back, swollen feet, horrible leg muscle spasms, and the other numerous pregnancy symptoms did not keep me awake all night last night!

Hurray for sleep!!!

Wednesday, August 06, 2008

What about baby?

Tonight was a much better night than last night. After a dinner with monkeys last night I was worried that I was too hard on the kids by sending them to bed right after. Thankfully, they had both forgotten about it by morning and were much better today!

I took the opportunity to rock them both in my lap tonight as we watched the final competition performances on So You Think You Can Dance. It is becoming a bit harder for the two of them to sit comfortably on my lap, for obvious reasons.

I asked Tyler what he thought we'd do once the baby got here. My lap was full with the two of them.

Where would she sit?

He pointed to the couch across the living room and informed me that baby sister could lay there on the couch.

I asked him if he thought that was fair to put her over there all by herself and he said, "Yes mommy because she'll be asleep anyway".

Only 22 days to go, assuming that she takes after me and not her father on punctuality!!

Monday, August 04, 2008

Manic Monday - Big

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Things that are BIG:
* My belly, my butt, my...well, suffice it to say that pretty much everything on my body is big right now with only 3 weeks left 'till baby #3 comes.

* The remodel project that is going on at our home in preparation for said baby #3.

* The kicks, tumbles, pokes, rolls, etc that the baby in my belly is dishing out.

* The nervousness in my little girl as she prepares for her first day of kindergarten August 18th.

* My baby boy who is potty trained as well as sleeping in his own bed all before he turns three on Saturday, August 9!

* The back pain that is causing me much grief as we speak.

* The THANKS I have for Ms Bee who sent a wonderful package to me with some very CUTE outfits for the new baby!!!

* The relief that I have that we got the crib and dresser/changing table bought for the new baby. She will have something to sleep in now, although she may be temporarily displaced in the house since her room used to be a garage. It is quickly progressing, though. I am very proud of hubby!!!

Saturday, August 02, 2008

About Me...

Thank you to all who have e-mailed me asking how I'm doing. Just so you know, I'm fine...no baby yet. I was home sick Wednesday with some sort of stomach bug, I suppose. I woke up Wednesday morning to get ready for work and felt horrible. I thought maybe that I was having my first EVER bout with morning sickness but then I suddenly realized that there were other side effects that were not part of pregnancy. Needless to say I was home sick all day on the couch. I felt so bad that I didn't even want to hold my lap top. Thursday was a day of catching up with work and then when I got home I felt wiped out again. Today was a busy day. I felt fine at work, but before I got home, I felt bad again. I think that the heat (101° today) combined with being pregnant is getting the best of me. I ended up going to bed at 7:30. I woke up at midnight hungry, thus the crazy early AM post. I am on the count down now with this pregnancy. I am officially miserable and just ready to deliver this baby girl so that I can share some of this misery with my husband. *insert evil laughter and grin*

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Baby Update & Stuff...

I am officially on the countdown! As of yesterday, we have one month until baby girl's expected delivery. NO, we still have not chosen a name. There are still tons of things that I need to do besides pick out a name for this baby. We have yet to complete her temporary nursery. I do have most of the big ticket items either bought or borrowed that I will need for her immediate arrival so that is a load off, (thanks to Becca and Charie). The other few things I plan on purchasing this coming weekend so that we can get her crib set up and be prepared should she come early, although I am NOT holding my breath on that one. My next task is to work on getting private health as well as life insurance quotes. It's hard to get an insurance quote from a company when you have to start out by saying, "Well, I'm pregnant BUT". They immediately say that they can't give you a quote until after the pregnancy due to complications that might occur with you or the unborn child. Thanks for giving me ANOTHER worry, buddy!! The good news is that I can carry my work insurance (for a higher price of course) for up to 18 months after my departure.

Anyhow, things are coming along and my replacement at work is due to start on Monday. I hope she doesn't back out on me before then. I am looking forward to getting her trained so that I can relax the week before the baby is due.

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